ECOtality, Inc. (OTCMKTS:ECTYQ) is a developer and operator of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and related energy management solutions. The company’s core offering is the Blink® network of Level 2 AC and DC Fast Charging stations, designed to deliver convenient charging for passenger vehicles, fleet operators and public transit systems. In addition to hardware deployment, ECOtality provides comprehensive site assessment, installation and ongoing network monitoring services, enabling clients to integrate EV charging into commercial, residential and public locations.
Beyond charging infrastructure, ECOtality’s eTec subsidiary specializes in advanced battery management and power electronics. eTec’s patented battery management systems and DC-DC converters serve automotive OEMs and consumer electronics manufacturers, while the company’s Navitas® software platform offers real-time monitoring and optimization of energy storage assets. These solutions are aimed at improving system efficiency, prolonging battery life and reducing total cost of ownership for end users.
Founded in the late 2000s and headquartered in San Francisco, ECOtality has participated in several government-sponsored programs to accelerate EV adoption. The company secured funding through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Clean Cities initiative and collaborated with regional utilities and municipalities across North America, Europe, Japan and Australia. ECOtality has also formed strategic partnerships with vehicle manufacturers, retail property owners and parking operators to expand the availability of public charging facilities.
Under the leadership of founder and CEO Richard D. Lowenthal, ECOtality has focused on driving innovation in sustainable transportation infrastructure. The management team comprises professionals with expertise in renewable energy, software engineering and regulatory affairs. By combining hardware, software and service offerings, ECOtality aims to support the transition to electrified mobility and advance global efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
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